Gretna vs Hayes
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Hayes (908) sits above Gretna (902).
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Gretna and Hayes side by side
| Measure | Gretna | Hayes |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $270/wk | $270/wk |
| Unit rent | $200/wk | $270/wk |
| Owner occupied | 86.0% | 94.0% |
| Renter occupied | 17.0% | 24.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 6 | 4 |
| Average ICSEA | 902 | 908 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 254 | 109 |
| Median age | 38 | 48 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 491 mm | 567 mm |
| Mean max, January | 23.7°C | 22.3°C |
Green dot: better on that measure (lower price, higher growth, higher walkability, lower risk). Each suburb’s profile gives the source and period of its figures.
Which suits whom
- For buyers
- We don't yet have verified suburb-level medians for one or both of these suburbs. Check the individual profiles for the data we do publish, and the methodology page for how we source it.
- For investors
- Rental or growth data is incomplete for one or both suburbs. Look at the full investor view on each suburb profile for a complete picture.
- For families
- Hayes edges out on average school ICSEA (908 vs 902).
Gretna vs Hayes: common questions
Does Gretna or Hayes have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Hayes scores 908 vs 902 in Gretna. ICSEA is a school-community indicator, not a quality rating, so always check NAPLAN results and catchment boundaries for the specific address you're considering.
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